A2 3.4 Unit 4: 3.4.4 New genes for old

Genetically modified organisms (pp.26)
Selective breeding programmes have been used to create new strains and species of crop plants. The use of gene technology in producing GM organisms. Herbicide-resistant crop plants and cattle with high milk yields.

Candidates should consider the ethical and moral issues relating to the production of GM organisms:

• ownership of genes
• ownership of the modified organisms
• financial benefits
• sanctity of the species